AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSouth Africa–Zimbabwe Trade Push: President Ramaphosa and Mnangagwa backed the SA–Zimbabwe Business Forum in Pretoria, aiming to turn political commitments into trade and investment deals. Growth & Jobs Plan: Ramaphosa launched Phase 3 of the Government Business Partnership for Growth and Jobs, targeting 3%+ growth and one million jobs by 2030. Zimbabwe Credit Expansion: Zimbabwe’s banks grew lending 40.1% to ZiG94.61bn by June, with 70.92% classified as productive lending, though foreign-currency loans still dominate. Malaysia Semiconductor & Standards: Malaysia plans Arm-based locally made chips to feed its supply chain by 2030, while CIDB gazetted nine more construction material products with enforcement starting Feb 2027. Corporate Moves: Chandra Asri agreed to buy Cycle & Carriage’s Singapore and Malaysia auto businesses; James Hardie will sell its European Fermacell unit to Holcim for €840m. Tech & Cyber: Singapore Polytechnic launched CASTLE to boost practical cybersecurity skills for students and SMEs. EU-India Trade Outlook: Finland’s trade counsellor said the India-EU FTA could unlock new business opportunities, especially in circular economy. Sanctions Pressure: Latvia began publishing a “list of shame” of firms trading with Russia and Belarus, with the first list covering about 170 companies. AI & Business Risk: A report warns AI development and cyber threats are accelerating, pushing companies to prepare for tougher security and operational demands.
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